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Hello Reader, I thought it’d be fun to close out June by sharing a little round-up of what you have been loving lately—and give you a peek into what I’m working on, too. These are the most-clicked, most-loved patterns from across the site this month—aka your absolute faves! From quick gifts to easy summer makes, here's what had your hooks and needles busy… 🧶 Top Knitting Favorites✨ Crescent Shawl (Top-Down)Soft, sweeping, and beginner-friendly—this shawl has been a big hit all month. 🌿 Woodland Whispers HeadbandQuick, cozy, and perfect for transitional weather or stash busting. 💚 Celtic Cable BookmarkA beautiful, small project with a lovely cable twist—makes a thoughtful gift. 🧽 C2C Knit DishclothPractical and pretty—this dishcloth is as relaxing to knit as it is useful. 🧣 Terpischore Shawl + Video TutorialA great one for beginners, with step-by-step video guidance included. 🧵 Most-Loved Crochet Projects👒 Crochet Summer Hat (Free Printable)Stylish sun coverage and a breezy stitch—perfect for sunny days and holidays. 👜 Drawstring Bag (Beginner-Friendly)Lightweight and functional, this bag is a quick, fun make you’ll use all season. ☕ Ice Cream Cozy (Pint Size)Too cute not to try—this cozy is the ultimate summer treat project. 🧣 Skinny ScarfModern, lightweight, and easy to wear—this scarf is a seasonal favorite. 🐶 Crochet Dog ScarfSoft, sweet, and pet-approved. Quick to make and perfect for gifting to your pup! ✏️ What I'm Working On...Right now, I’m designing a new collection of Aran sweaters for fall. 🍂 I’ve been experimenting with rich textures using Drops yarn and Lion Brand Wool-Ease, and I can’t wait to share the cozy cables and rustic stitches with you soon. 💬 What are you working on? Hit reply—I’d love to hear what’s on your hooks or needles this week. Thanks for being part of this creative little corner of the internet 💛 Warmly, Louise Thanks so much for following and supporting Handy Little Me - it means the world to me! P.S. Loving these emails? Buy me a coffee to say thanks! ☕ |
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Hello Reader, It’s the weekend, and if you’re anything like me, that means winding down with a cozy project and a fresh cup of tea ☕🧶 This week, I’ve rounded up a lovely collection of free printables you can use to get started on your next project tonight, whether you knit, crochet, or (like many of us) do a little of both. 🖨️ 5 Free Printable Knitting Patterns You can print a pattern out, and pop in your project bag; no screens required. 🧶 Corner-to-Corner Baby Blanket » Perfect for gifts or...
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